E Kayaking Sea Eagle RazorLite & Bixpy Skeg Motor

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КОМЕНТАРІ • 63

  • @steveadams2859
    @steveadams2859 5 місяців тому +2

    Bixby is great! The fin mount for paddleboards and kayaks with skegs is such a cool innovation and super easy to install!

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  5 місяців тому

      You are absolutely right! I especially like how it propels the kayak or paddleboard. Perfectly forward. You still steer with your paddle like you always did. It doesn't feel any different than normal paddling, you just have a little bit of assist.

  • @2380MG
    @2380MG 22 дні тому +2

    Hey, awesome review. You are very skilled at delivering your thoughts. cant wait to have this bixpy motor! You answered every question I had. Thank you!

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  22 дні тому

      Hey 👋 , thank you so much for the kind words! I hope you have a great weekend!

  • @xltek1
    @xltek1 Рік тому +4

    Thank you! I’ve been tossing around if I want to get one of these for our 380X, you just convinced me to pull the trigger!

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  Рік тому +2

      Awesome! Let us know how you like it!

  • @LJ-jq8og
    @LJ-jq8og Рік тому +3

    Excellent explanation Cliff on the benefits and fun of E-Kayaking.... Much appreciated 💪❤

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  Рік тому +1

      Thanks LJ! Always appreciate your comments!

  • @TalkFishTVHawaiianDan
    @TalkFishTVHawaiianDan Рік тому +1

    Another great video Cliff! I really love that you showed the speed results when using the Bixpy electric motor. Especially in rougher windier conditions. Sure is a simple addition to paddling. Love it!

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  Рік тому

      🤙 Thanks a bunch, Hawaiian Dan! I hope you are having some great weather up there on Long Island and I hope you’re getting out in the boat a bunch of this summer!

  • @dogzbestfrnd1
    @dogzbestfrnd1 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the great video demonstrating the Razorlite/Bixby. Also, nice performance of the Shelta hat, in the strong headwind!

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  Рік тому +1

      Hi 👋 Thanks for watching and commenting! You are absolutely right, the Shelta hat performed flawlessly, I love these hats! In case you couldn't tell, Lol. Safe adventuring out there! I'll include down below other adventure videos in the RazorLite!
      My Razorlite affiliate product links for ordering. Your support, supports my channel, Thank You!!!
      393RL Razorlite Kayak - Slow rivers & flat / open water, high performance:
      Sea Eagle website RazorLite page - bit.ly/3Enpq1z
      RazorLite Amazon store page - amzn.to/44rQLOi
      RazorLite Tandem website page - bit.ly/3CqBUGT
      RazorLite Tandem Amazon store page - amzn.to/3NTQEUo
      My review of the RazorLite - ua-cam.com/video/wCpz9gl_8Nc/v-deo.html
      Adventure videos in the RazorLite:
      Suwannee River Paddling Three Days With My Dad
      ua-cam.com/video/m3eifjl1NZ8/v-deo.html
      Florida Kayaking Withlacoochee River Dunnellon Florida in the Sea Eagle RazorLite 393RL
      ua-cam.com/video/A7urz2yIQmQ/v-deo.html
      Kayak Camping 20 miles on the Brazos
      ua-cam.com/video/yOea6TfzsHw/v-deo.html
      Paddling & Diving sunken airplane - ua-cam.com/video/gFZ9gjnO1r8/v-deo.html
      Earth Day Caddo Lake - ua-cam.com/video/ceOGrVkOyzU/v-deo.html
      Weedon Island Mangrove Trails - ua-cam.com/video/9lNst39pZsk/v-deo.html
      Ft Worth Nature Center - ua-cam.com/video/30iakMQHkaI/v-deo.html
      Trinity River Elm Fork - ua-cam.com/video/o6LbEkF7Vrc/v-deo.html
      Silver Springs Florida - ua-cam.com/video/T8MZjjmxM9Y/v-deo.html
      How to fold the RazorLite - ua-cam.com/video/Dfbp_lm3jGY/v-deo.html
      Bixpy® J-2 Electric Outboard Motor Kit with Slide-n-Lock Skeg Adapter
      bit.ly/3RKGd7e

  • @ericjudd9088
    @ericjudd9088 11 місяців тому +1

    Hey Cliff! Another great adventure!!! I can see why you like Lake Ray Roberts. It's a gorgeous lake! Thanks for all the info on the Bixby motor. I'll likely buy one next season! I loved your "natural air conditioning!!!" I do the same thing and we don't get quite as hot as you there. We've been a little cool here this summer due to all the smoke from wildfires blocking out the sun but we've still averaged into the high 90s. God speed! 🛶

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  11 місяців тому

      Hey 👋 Eric - thanks for the comments! I hope all is well for you up in Canada! Safe adventuring!

  • @SeanFromTX
    @SeanFromTX 10 місяців тому +3

    Love cheating with the Bixpy on my 380X. I modified the motor mount so the thrust is directed straight back versus its slightly angled up position due to the location of the skeg mount on the rear. No factual test number comparisons have been gathered, but my Pretendgineering Degree calculated a theoretical improvement 😂

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  10 місяців тому +2

      Hey Sean, thank you so much for watching and commenting! I do love having the ability to use the Bixpy motor. Some days when the conditions are tough in terms of wind or current, it is nice to have the Bixby. I mean after all, if paddling is your thing, you can paddle as you always did. With a bixpy motor, you just cover more ground. I really like that!

  • @LJ-jq8og
    @LJ-jq8og Рік тому +2

    Cool video 😊

  • @jeffreymagni1272
    @jeffreymagni1272 Рік тому +1

    Is that a torpedo or a Kayak! LOL Wow that really turns the Razorlite into a rocketship.

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  Рік тому

      It certainly does take an already fast paddling boat and makes it even faster! Thanks for watching, and commenting!

  • @dragonslayer5838
    @dragonslayer5838 11 місяців тому +1

    Excellent video! I really enjoy watching your videos! Great job! I first purchased a RazorLite 393 and returned it. It was just to wobbly for me. I ended up getting the FastTrack 385 with the Minn Kota motor. I absolutely love my FastTrack. Very stable and moves really good in the water. Now I have to get the Bixpy motor. It's much easier to hook up to the kayak. Take care! Happy kayaking!

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  11 місяців тому

      Thanks a bunch for watching and commenting dragonslayer! Enjoy that fast track! One of my next videos to film / edit, will be the bixpy on the fasttrack. Can’t wait to try it out on that boat as well!

    • @dragonslayer5838
      @dragonslayer5838 11 місяців тому +1

      @KayakCliff excellent! I'm looking forward to it!

  • @stevederebey
    @stevederebey 10 місяців тому +1

    I’ve got the Bixpy that I’ve been using on my Flint but I have the SKEg mount and am going to try it on my 393. Looks like fun!

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  10 місяців тому +1

      That’s awesome! I have six boats skeg receivers on the bottom, and I’m able to switch it back-and-forth between all boats :-) great versatility!

  • @redisdead4589
    @redisdead4589 Рік тому +1

    Hi Cliff! I've been really enjoying your videos of late! Beautiful locations and great filming. I recently purchased a 393 myself and I was wondering what air pump you use? Thanks!

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  Рік тому +2

      Hi, thank you for watching and commenting! I use the sea eagle two-stage battery operated pump. You need the two-stage pump for drop stitch inflatables, so you can get to the high psi levels. The sea eagle pumps will have the right in details to connect to your razor light or any other Sea Eagle product. If you buy a pump from somewhere else, it may or may not have the right end detail, so you want to check.
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  • @LJ-jq8og
    @LJ-jq8og Рік тому +3

    Hi CLIFF:👏 Got a great new item for your future reviews: The Pac motor.... WHY ?? Because it can go on ANY inflatable or non-inflatable kayak.... Would LOVE to see you run it through some drills.... It is at pacmotor with the Dotcom after it. 😊

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  Рік тому +1

      Hi LJ - Thanks for sending info on the Pac Motor!! Looks really interesting.......There are going to be a lot of advancements in the E- Kayaking realm in the coming years. It's especially evident when you see how E-bikes have taken off! I do want the ability to paddle, while the motor is in use and that's what I like about the Bixpy. I can paddle like I always do and I also have a little assist from the motor so I can go farther. I'm big into fitness, so getting a work out when I'm out playing is important to me. It looks like, if I want to paddle, I need to raise the motors up so they are not in use, otherwise, I would probably hit them with my back stroke? Do you have a Pac Motor? I definitely would like to try one!

    • @LJ-jq8og
      @LJ-jq8og Рік тому +2

      @@KayakCliffNo Cliff, I do not have one.... BUT your excellent point about hitting them is something to think about... I had not even thought about that....
      FASCINATING how E-bikes and E-Kayaking will actually get more and more people out to exercise more because you know that you have that safety net IF you need it... ALSO great for exploring ! 😊

    • @mluc1111
      @mluc1111 11 місяців тому +2

      The downside of E- Kayaking, you have to Register with DMV. E- Bikes doesn't have to

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  11 місяців тому +3

      If it’s something you feel like you need to do, by all means! I have six inflatable‘s that can operate with a Bixpy. Not going to happen.

    • @LJ-jq8og
      @LJ-jq8og 11 місяців тому +2

      @@KayakCliff I hear you 💪

  • @richarddevaottien7724
    @richarddevaottien7724 Рік тому +1

    Always baffled by the 90degreee paddle offset angle , always reset them to parallel for easier use

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  Рік тому +2

      I agree! I never offset my paddle blades to account for headwinds. I prefer to have them both in line with each other. It just boils down to paddler preference. Neither is right or wrong.

  • @reddog5611-im1xu
    @reddog5611-im1xu 11 місяців тому +1

    How loud is the Bixpy on the SeaEagle Razorlite? Worried it will take away from the peace &tranquility of kayaking. Love your videos!! Thank you!

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  11 місяців тому +2

      Hi, thank you for watching, and commenting! I don’t believe the Bixpy’s noise is very intrusive. In this video, you can hear a steady hum in the background, and that is the motor. When you put it up on the higher speeds, you will definitely hear it, but it is not bad. On the medium to low speeds, you just kind of forget it’s there.
      It’s also nice to have if you want a Paddle into the wind or current, then turn off and remove and Just Paddle, like you normally would without a motor.

  • @user-ts1ey4jd5d
    @user-ts1ey4jd5d Рік тому +2

    Love the videos. What is the difference in paddling a lighter inflatable kayak from sea eagle to paddling a kayak that is heavier from pack a yak? Does the lighter kayak get tossed around a little more by the waves? Is it harder to paddle the heavier kayak? Thanks.

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  Рік тому +2

      Hi Jerry, thank you for watching, and your comments! Both the RazorLite and the Pakayak are superbly performing boats, considering they are both portable kayaks, which is all I use nowadays. I would say the speed of both boats is very similar, with the Packayak, edging out the razorlight in a tight race. I do not think because of the RazorLites lightness, that it gets tossed around anymore than any other kayak. They perform superbly in rough seas, as does the Packayak. What it comes down to is:
      Do you want more of a sit on top experience with quick and easy access to anything in the bow or the stern of the boat? Also easy entry with high weight carrying capabilities..
      Or, do you want more of a sit inside touring kayak type of paddle?
      With a Pakayak, being 24 inches wide and longer, it will naturally be a little bit faster.
      Both boats are very good performers, and my main go to’s. I must say, I really do appreciate the lightness of the RazorLite for carrying it around. I hope this helps, let me know if you have any other questions?
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    • @user-ts1ey4jd5d
      @user-ts1ey4jd5d Рік тому +2

      @KayakCliff Thank you so very much for your timely reply. I appreciate it very much.

  • @kdogg7882
    @kdogg7882 11 місяців тому +2

    I got the 380x explorer this year since I had never kayaked and I wanted something my wife could feel comfortable riding in, but I was thinking of getting the razorlite for next spring. What is the choppiest or roughest conditions you’ve had the razorlite? I don’t plan on any whitewater or anything but I would like the option of paddling it on larger lakes.

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  11 місяців тому

      As long as waves are not breaking over the bow of the RazorLite, I have had great success in paddling in rougher waters. Probably 2 to 3 foot waves out in the open water. I do not like paddling any Kayak as much when these waves are wind driven with high winds. Just make sure you are comfortable with the “feel” of the boat in calmer waters, before you move out to rougher waters. Safe adventuring!

  • @hlindaloo1
    @hlindaloo1 Рік тому +1

    Hi, enjoyed the video. Would the Razorlite be safe on the middle of the lake in those conditions? We have an Explorer but I want something lighter for myself. A Razorlite or the 3Sea Eagle 300X? Looking for something for lakes and rivers.

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  Рік тому

      Hi 👋 Thanks for watching and commenting! If I was in the middle of the lake that day with the 10-15 mph winds, I would have been ok, but it wouldn't have been fun. I wouldn't go out searching that type of water, but if it was a nice day and I got stuck, I would have made it back ok. I'm an experienced kayaker though and I have a good feel for paddling the RazorLite in many conditions. The 300X would be a very slow paddling kayak. If you want something that performs well with great speed, the RazorLite is it! If you are looking to paddle lakes and rivers up to class I rapids, the RazorLite would be an excellent choice. I'm saying this for paddlers up to 220 lbs. The RazorLite will hold up to 500 lbs, but this is evenly distributed weight. Realistically, I wouldn't load the RazorLite up with any more than 325 lbs, then you would still have a great performing boat (evenly distributed weight) I hope this helps! I'm attaching below more adventure videos of mine in the RazorLite + my affiliate link if you decide to purchase. I have the 300X and love it for white water and surfing at the beach. Take care and safe adventuring out there!
      My Razorlite affiliate product links for ordering. Your support, supports my channel, Thank You!!!
      393RL Razorlite Kayak - Slow rivers & flat / open water, high performance:
      Sea Eagle website RazorLite page - bit.ly/3Enpq1z
      RazorLite Amazon store page - amzn.to/44rQLOi
      RazorLite Tandem website page - bit.ly/3CqBUGT
      RazorLite Tandem Amazon store page - amzn.to/3NTQEUo
      My review of the RazorLite - ua-cam.com/video/wCpz9gl_8Nc/v-deo.html
      Adventure videos in the RazorLite:
      Suwannee River Paddling Three Days With My Dad
      ua-cam.com/video/m3eifjl1NZ8/v-deo.html
      Florida Kayaking Withlacoochee River Dunnellon Florida in the Sea Eagle RazorLite 393RL
      ua-cam.com/video/A7urz2yIQmQ/v-deo.html
      Kayak Camping 20 miles on the Brazos
      ua-cam.com/video/yOea6TfzsHw/v-deo.html
      Paddling & Diving sunken airplane - ua-cam.com/video/gFZ9gjnO1r8/v-deo.html
      Earth Day Caddo Lake - ua-cam.com/video/ceOGrVkOyzU/v-deo.html
      Weedon Island Mangrove Trails - ua-cam.com/video/9lNst39pZsk/v-deo.html
      Ft Worth Nature Center - ua-cam.com/video/30iakMQHkaI/v-deo.html
      Trinity River Elm Fork - ua-cam.com/video/o6LbEkF7Vrc/v-deo.html
      Silver Springs Florida - ua-cam.com/video/T8MZjjmxM9Y/v-deo.html
      How to fold the RazorLite - ua-cam.com/video/Dfbp_lm3jGY/v-deo.html
      Bixpy® J-2 Electric Outboard Motor Kit with Slide-n-Lock Skeg Adapter
      bit.ly/3RKGd7e

  • @solarjinx
    @solarjinx 28 днів тому +1

    Hi Cliff, it's me again. I'm very interested in getting the Bixpy motor, but I'm curious what would happen if it encounters underwater vegetation or algae? I like kayaking in those fingers near shore, and I often paddle through that stuff. Do you think that motor would suck the plants into itself and cause damage?

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  24 дні тому

      Hi 👋 - The Bixpy motor comes with the weed guard accessory that you can install, if you are often in weeded or grassy areas as you say. I hear
      it works well!

  • @rxolt1
    @rxolt1 11 місяців тому +2

    Hello Cliff, can you tell me which tracking app you are using and why you chose it? Thanks for any help on this subject.

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  11 місяців тому +1

      Hi 👋- I use “Paddle Logger” which is available on the Apple App Store. I’m sure it’s on the android store as well. Best performing app for me.

  • @z32plus2
    @z32plus2 Місяць тому +1

    any effects on paddling when the motor is off? Any drag? Like when battery is dead and you have to paddle it?

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  Місяць тому +1

      I was actually surprised that it paddled fairly well with the motor turned off. I think the motors aerodynamic shape helps. Bottom line, if I'm not using the motor, I'm going to slide it out and paddle without it, if I have to go any great distance.

  • @ltkgaming8547
    @ltkgaming8547 11 місяців тому +1

    Hello Cliff! What is the drone that you been using to capture your videos? Thanks!

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  11 місяців тому +1

      Hi there! When I do use a drone, I use the DJI mini three pro drone. On that video that you just watched, I used Google Earth to capture those images.

    • @ltkgaming8547
      @ltkgaming8547 11 місяців тому +1

      Thank you so much!

  • @keithwdowczyk4302
    @keithwdowczyk4302 3 місяці тому +1

    Hi Cliff. Similar question as another poster here. About what size of wave do you think this kayak can handle?

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  3 місяці тому

      Hey Keith, great question! It really all depends on the frequency of the waves and how tightly they are packed. If it is tightly packed waves like a fishbowl effect in a lake, 2 foot no problem. If they are spread out and not tightly packed, 3 foot.
      It really all depends on the skill of the paddler as well. If you are a moderate paddler, these figures that I listed above should be good. If you are more experienced, perhaps more than 3 foot waves that are not tightly packed. Also, I am making the assumption of a paddler less than 200 pounds.
      RazorLite 393RL website page - alnk.to/gKPBreg
      RazorLite 473RL Tandem website page - bit.ly/3CqBUGT
      My review of the RazorLite - ua-cam.com/video/wCpz9gl_8Nc/v-deo.html

    • @keithwdowczyk4302
      @keithwdowczyk4302 3 місяці тому +1

      @@KayakCliff Great response Cliff. Exactly the informstion I needed. Thanks so much!

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  3 місяці тому

      @keithwdowczyk4302 you are welcome! Have a great week!

  • @leigarcia8856
    @leigarcia8856 11 місяців тому +1

    Have you tried the sea eagle canoe?

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  11 місяців тому

      Hi there, no, I have not tried out the canoe yet. I hear it performs extremely well, and carries extremely heavy loads and is easy to get in from a wet entry in emergencies. I really like how you can attach the bixpy motor into the bottom skeg mount as well.

  • @mluc1111
    @mluc1111 11 місяців тому +1

    Do you need to register with DMV ?

  • @beatrizcosta1220
    @beatrizcosta1220 26 днів тому +1

    How much it cost bixpy motor with battery

    • @KayakCliff
      @KayakCliff  26 днів тому

      www.seaeagle.com/Accessories/electric-motors/bixpy-k-1-electric-outboard-motor-kit-with-slide